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10 Minute Tutorial for the Impatient

A fast first run-through — log in, learn the basics, install the Agent on a test PC, and adopt your first Asset.

10-Minute Tutorial for the Impatient

In this quick tour you’ll log in, learn basic navigation, add a computer to the On-Ramp, and adopt it as an Asset.

1. Log In

  • Point your browser to my.k12panel.com.
  • Sign in with Login with Google (or Login with Microsoft) using the email designated for your initial K12Panel account.

K12Panel uses OAuth2 for sign-in, so you control your security profile and K12Panel never stores your login password. Initial two-factor authentication is handled by SMS; after your first SMS login you’ll be prompted to enable an authenticator app for stronger security.

2. Learn Basic Navigation

  • Get familiar with the menu down the left side.
  • Click Settings near the bottom left.
  • Note two things in particular: your Organization ID and the latest Software Agent.

The Organization ID (OrgID) is a key concept: each organization has a unique ID that lets Assets join it. You always control which Assets are allowed in, but keep your OrgID reasonably private to simplify asset management. Each Windows computer Asset runs the K12Panel Agent, which communicates with K12Panel so you can manage the machine from anywhere.

3. Add a Computer to the On-Ramp

  • From Settings, open the Software Downloads tab.
  • Download your organization’s custom MSI installer to a thumb drive.
  • On a test computer (a freshly installed Windows 10/11 machine is ideal, but any test PC or VM works), install the Agent. Your OrgID is shown during installation.
  • Reboot the test computer.

Within about a minute of the reboot, the On-Ramp shows a new system requesting adoption. The On-Ramp is a holding area that gives you control over which computers enter your organization.

4. Adopt the Asset off the On-Ramp

  • After the reboot, a small badge appears over the On-Ramp menu (and a matching alert on the Dashboard).
  • Open the On-Ramp and review the asset awaiting adoption.
  • Click Adopt and enter a few basic details.
  • Once adopted, the asset appears under the Assets menu. Clear the Dashboard alert since you’ve handled the On-Ramp.

Reboot that computer once more to force a check-in. After it checks in, the Asset detail page fills in with hardware and software reports and basic location.

Didn’t the asset show up? It happens. See the FAQ on PC hosts not showing up for common reasons.

Common Questions

Does K12Panel store my password?
No. Sign-in uses Google or Microsoft OAuth2; K12Panel never stores your login password.

What is the Organization ID?
A unique ID for your organization that lets Assets join it. Find it under Settings.

How long until a new PC appears on the On-Ramp?
Usually within about a minute after a reboot.

Can I use a virtual machine as my test computer?
Yes. A VM or a physical PC both work fine.

My test PC didn’t appear — what now?
See the FAQ on PC hosts not showing up after installing the Agent.